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WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Operator safety
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Always wear a safety face shield or goggles.
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Always wear heavy, long pants and non-slip boots and gloves.
Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry, short pants, sandals or go
barefoot. Secure hair so it is above shoulder length.
○
Do not operate this tool when you are tired, ill or under the
in
fl
uence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
○
Do not operate the tool at night or under bad weather conditions
when visibility is poor. And do not operate the tool when it is
raining or right after it has been raining.
Working on slippery ground could lead to an accident if you
lose your balance.
○
Never let a child or inexperienced person operate the machine.
○
Long-term exposure to noise can result in permanent hearing
impairment. Wear approved hearing protection. Pay attention
to your surroundings. Be aware of any bystanders who may be
signaling a problem. Remove safety equipment immediately
upon shutting o
ff
engine.
○
Wear head protection.
○
Never start or run the engine inside a closed room or building.
Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
○
Keep handles free of oil and fuel.
○
Keep hands away from cutting equipment.
○
Do not grab or hold the unit by the cutting equipment.
○
Gloves should be worn when installing or removing the cutting
attachment. Failure to do so may result in injury.
○
When the unit is turned o
ff
, make sure the cutting attachment
has stopped before the unit is set down.
○
When operation is prolonged, take a break from time to time
so that you may avoid possible Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome
(HAVS) which is caused by vibration.
WARNING
○
Antivibration systems do not guarantee that you will not sustain
Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome or carpal tunnel syndrome.
Therefore, continual and regular users should monitor closely
the condition of their hands and
fi
ngers. If any symptoms of the
above appear, seek medical advice immediately.
○
If you are using any medical electric/electronic devices such
as a pacemaker, consult your physician as well as the device
manufacturer prior to operating any power equipment.
Unit/machine safety
○
Inspect the entire unit/machine before each use. Replace
damaged parts. Check for fuel leaks and make sure all
fasteners are in place and securely tightened.
○
Replace parts that are cracked, chipped or damaged in any
way before using the unit/machine. Faulty parts may increase
the risk of accidents and may lead to an injury.
○
Make sure the safety guard is properly attached.
○
Keep others away when making carburetor adjustments.
○
Use only accessories as recommended for this unit/machine by
the manufacturer.
WARNING
○
Never modify the unit/machine in any way. Do not use your unit/
machine for any job except that for which it is intended.
○
Non-authorized
modi
fi
cations and/or accessories may result in
serious personal injury or the death of the operator or others.
Fuel safety
○
Mix and pour fuel outdoors and where there are no sparks or
fl
ames.
○
Use a container approved for fuel.
○
Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the unit/machine or
while using the unit/machine.
○
Wipe up all fuel spills before starting engine.
○
Move at least 3 m away from fueling site before starting engine.
○
Stop engine before removing fuel cap.
○
Empty the fuel tank before storing the unit/machine. It is
recommended that the fuel be emptied after each use. If fuel is
left in the tank, store so fuel will not leak.
○
Store unit/machine and fuel in area where fuel vapors cannot
reach sparks or open
fl
ames from water heaters, electric
motors or switches, furnaces. etc.
WARNING
Fuel is easy to ignite or get explosion or inhale fumes, so that
pay special attention when handling or
fi
lling fuel.
Cutting safety
○
Do not cut any material other than grass and brush.
○
Inspect the area to be cut before each use. Remove objects
which can be thrown or become entangled.
○
For respiratory protection, wear an aerosol protection mask
when cutting the grass after insecticide is scattered.
○
Keep others including children, animals, bystanders and
helpers outside the 15 m hazard zone. Stop the engine
immediately if you are approached.
○
Always keep the engine on the right side of your body.
○
Hold the unit/machine
fi
rmly with both hands.
○
Keep
fi
rm footing and balance. Do not over-reach.
Losing your balance during work may lead to an injury.
○
Keep all parts of your body away from the mu
ffl
er and cutting
attachment when the engine is running.
○
Keep cutting attachment below knee level.
○
When relocating to a new work area, be sure to shut o
ff
the
machine and ensure that all cutting attachments are stopped.
○
Never place the machine on the ground when running.
○
Always ensure that the engine is shut o
ff
and any cutting
attachments have completely stopped before clearing debris or
removing grass from the cutting attachment.
○
Always carry a
fi
rst-aid kit when operating any power
equipment.
○
Never start or run the engine inside a closed room or building
and/or near in
fl
ammable liquids. Breathing exhaust fumes can
kill.
○
If the tool is operating poorly and produces strange noise or
vibrations, turn o
ff
the engine immediately and ask your dealer
to have it inspected and repaired.
Continued use under these conditions could lead to injury or
tool damage.
○
Use in accordance with local laws and regulations.
Maintenance safety
○
Maintain the unit/machine according to recommended
procedures.
○
Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance
except for carburetor adjustments.
○
Keep others away when making carburetor adjustments.
○
Use only genuine Tanaka replacement parts as recommended
by the manufacturer.
Transport and storage
○
Carry the unit/machine by hand with the engine stopped and
the mu
ffl
er away from your body.
○
Allow the engine to cool, empty the fuel tank, and secure the
unit/machine before storing or transporting.
○
Empty the fuel tank before storing the unit/machine. It is
recommended that the fuel be emptied after each use. If fuel is
left in the tank, store so fuel will not leak.
○
Store unit/machine out of the reach of children.
○
Clean and maintain the unit carefully and store it in a dry place.
○
Make sure engine switch is o
ff
when transporting or storing.
○
When transporting and storing, cover blade with blade cover.
○
You have to secure the machine during transport to prevent
loss of fuel, damage or injury.
If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, take
care and use common sense. Contact Tanaka dealer if you need
assistance. Pay special attention to statements preceded by the
following words:
WARNING
Indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or loss of
life, if instructions are not followed.
CAUTION
Indicates a possibility of personal injury or equipment damage,
if instructions are not followed.
NOTE
Helpful information for correct function and use.
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